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VFY 510L

1973 Lotus Europa

Black Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2017
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

4,026 mi
Last recorded4,026 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2016
Typical for 1973 Lotus Europa52,271 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVFY 510L
MakeLotus
ModelEuropa
Year1973
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc
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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 7 Jun 2016 4,026 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 4,016 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 4,001 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 3,992 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 3,978 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 3,969 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 3,924 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 3,873 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 3,823 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 3,808 miles

How Reliable is the Lotus Europa?

Based on 3,956 MOT tests across 483 vehicles.

84.2%
Pass Rate
557
Miles/Year
57
Year Lifespan
483
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 112
brake binding 49
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 47
parking brake recording little or no effort 47
Stop lamp not working 45
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VFY 510L is a 1973 Lotus Europa in Black with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 Lotus Europa models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 52,271 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lotus Europa fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 112 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VFY 510L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Europa typically stays on UK roads for around 57 years. At 53 years old, this Lotus Europa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VFY 510L?

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What year was VFY 510L registered?

VFY 510L is a 1973 Lotus Europa, first registered on 1 January 1973.

Is VFY 510L safe to buy?

The MOT history for VFY 510L shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VFY 510L have outstanding finance?

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